How much does it cost to ship a car from Kentucky to Texas?

For a running sedan on an open carrier, expect about $800–$1,200 from Louisville to Dallas (860 road miles). Between other big cities in the two states prices range from $750–$1,325. An SUV costs about $900–$1,325, a pickup $1,025–$1,550, and an enclosed trailer $1,200–$1,800 for a sedan.

How long does it take to ship a car from Kentucky to Texas?

Transit is usually 2–4 days after pickup for the 860-mile trip from Louisville to Dallas. Getting the car picked up takes another 1–5 days on a standard booking; expedited pickup within 1–2 days costs about 30% more.

When is the cheapest time to ship a car from Kentucky to Texas?

February–May and September is the cheapest window on this lane. Prices are highest in December, up to about 20% more. Whatever the month, a flexible pickup date booked 2–3 weeks out gets the best price.

How soon do I have to register my car in Texas after moving?

Texas requires new residents to register within 30 days of becoming a resident. Get Texas insurance first. Cars in 17 emissions counties — including Harris (Houston), Dallas, Tarrant (Fort Worth) and Travis (Austin) — need an emissions test; then register at the county tax assessor-collector.

Is it cheaper to drive or ship my car from Kentucky to Texas?

Driving 860 miles takes about 2 days: roughly $110 in gas and 1 night of hotels and meals (about $140). Shipping a sedan costs about $800–$1,200. Over this distance driving usually costs less, if you can spare the day.

Which car shipping companies go from Kentucky to Texas?

Our directory lists 8 companies based in Kentucky and 120 based in Texas, each checked against FMCSA records, plus 195 that ship nationwide.

Ship a Car from Kentucky to Texas: Cost & Carriers (2026)

From	Dallas	Houston	San Antonio	Austin
Louisville	$800–$1,200860 mi · 2–4 days	$825–$1,225950 mi · 2–4 days	$900–$1,3001,120 mi · 3–5 days	$875–$1,2751,040 mi · 3–5 days
Lexington	$825–$1,225920 mi · 2–4 days	$850–$1,2501,000 mi · 2–5 days	$925–$1,3251,180 mi · 3–5 days	$875–$1,2751,090 mi · 3–5 days
Bowling Green	$750–$1,150770 mi · 2–4 days	$800–$1,200850 mi · 2–4 days	$850–$1,2501,030 mi · 3–5 days	$825–$1,225940 mi · 2–4 days
Owensboro	$750–$1,150760 mi · 2–4 days	$800–$1,200860 mi · 2–4 days	$850–$1,2501,030 mi · 3–5 days	$825–$1,225940 mi · 2–4 days

Vehicle	Open carrier	Enclosed
Sedan or small car	$800–$1,200	$1,200–$1,800
Midsize SUV or crossover	$900–$1,325	$1,325–$2,000
Large SUV (Tahoe, Expedition)	$1,000–$1,500	$1,500–$2,250
Pickup truck	$1,025–$1,550	$1,550–$2,325
Motorcycle	$475–$725	$725–$1,075

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VASCOR Transport

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Georgetown, KY · Carrier · 188 trucks · 12 yrs in business · USDOT 2514939

Georgetown, KY carrier offering finished-vehicle haulaway, dedicated and truckload service in the Midwest and Southeast.

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